China’s Bold Plan: Turning Treacherous Waters into a Deadly Minefield for Submarines A recent research from Chinese military scientists outlines a plan to turn the perilous underwater depths of the South China Sea into a potential death trap for enemy submarines. The proposal suggests the strategic placement of a network of underwater mines to deter […]
Rare military buildup suggests Russia set to test ‘unlimited-range’ nuclear missile
Rare Military Buildup Suggests Russia Set to Test ‘Unlimited-Range’ Nuclear Missile Russia has recently intensified its military aviation activity on Novaya Zemlya, a remote archipelago in the Arctic Ocean. Satellite images and flight data have revealed a significant buildup of Russian military aircraft, fueling speculation that the country may be preparing to test its much-talked-about […]
Russia admits building nuclear missiles during deployment ban, boasts big stockpile
Russia Admits Building Nuclear Missiles During Deployment Ban, Boasts Big Stockpile Russia has confirmed it continued developing intermediate- and shorter-range nuclear missile systems during a moratorium, raising concerns among global powers about a renewed arms race. This revelation comes as no surprise to many experts closely monitoring Russia’s military activities, as the nation has a […]
The ‘Wild West’ of AI: defense tech, ethics, and escalation
The ‘Wild West’ of AI: Defense Tech, Ethics, and Escalation In our latest episode of Lexicon, we sat down with Will Ashford-Brown, Director of Strategic Initiatives at FutureFrontier, to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in the defense sector. As AI technologies continue to advance at an unprecedented rate, the line between […]
Russia turns Soviet-era tanks into robot ‘platoon’ guided by a single command vehicle
Russia Turns Soviet-Era Tanks Into Robot ‘Platoon’ Guided by a Single Command Vehicle Russia has made a significant advancement in creating autonomous ground combat systems by publicly revealing the transformation of Soviet-era tanks into a robot ‘platoon’ controlled by a single command vehicle. This innovative approach combines the robustness of traditional armored vehicles with cutting-edge […]
China’s new X-shaped rail gun design doubles firepower and improves range
China’s Cutting-Edge Rail Gun Design: Doubling Firepower and Improving Range Chinese researchers are experimenting with a new rail gun design to help overcome the firepower and range limitations of traditional models. This innovative approach involves the development of an X-shaped rail gun that promises to revolutionize the field of electromagnetic weaponry. The concept of a […]
New cooling tech could make China stealth superpower to lead 6th-gen jet race
New Cooling Tech Could Make China a Stealth Superpower in the 6th-Gen Jet Race Chinese researchers are working on a new superalloy cooling technique that could significantly improve the performance of next-generation aircraft, potentially propelling China to the forefront of the stealth technology race. With tensions escalating globally and countries investing heavily in military advancements, […]
China’s nuclear arsenal hits 600 warheads; growth outpacing US, Russia: Report
China’s Rapidly Growing Nuclear Arsenal: A Force to be Reckoned With China’s nuclear arsenal is growing faster than any other country on the globe, according to a recent report. The country’s nuclear stockpile has now reached a staggering 600 warheads, a significant increase that has outpaced the growth of both the United States and Russia. […]
Russian satellite with suspected weapon maneuvers near US space asset, sparks fear
In an increasingly contested orbital domain, a recent series of maneuvers by a Russian satellite has sparked fear and raised concerns about the militarization of space. The satellite in question exhibited behavior that led US officials to suspect it could be armed with a weapon or a technology designed to disrupt or destroy other satellites. […]
Russia deploys ‘world’s fastest’ nuclear missile that flies 6 times the speed of sound
Russia Deploys ‘World’s Fastest’ Nuclear Missile that Flies 6 Times the Speed of Sound Russia is significantly increasing its nuclear capabilities with the deployment of new air-to-air nuclear missiles, including what has been touted as the ‘world’s fastest’ missile, capable of flying at six times the speed of sound. This development marks a significant milestone […]